Auburn fans were ecstatic to learn that five-star wide receiver [autotag]Perry Thompson[/autotag] flipped his commitment from Alabama to the Tigers.
Monday, he revealed why he made the switch.
During Baldwin County High School Media Day, Foley High School head coach told the media that Thompson’s flip was not as much of a surprise as most thought.
“The kids probably had a pool going on where Perry would end up,” head coach Deric Scott said. “Everyone has kind of been on high alert for the last three weeks. It’s a testament to Perry and his talent. I just told him wherever he goes, I’m behind him. He made a decision he is comfortable with and he feels like will be best for him, and we are happy for him.”
Thompson also took the podium at Baldwin County Media Day, where he revealed his reasoning behind the switch.
“I’d say probably a month ago, I looked at Nick Saban and Hugh Freeze — Nick Saban is a good coach, all the stuff he’s had through college football. I know he specializes with (defensive backs), and my main position is receiver,” Thompson said Monday. “Hugh Freeze has got a background of developing receivers at a higher level. Just that, how you get receivers to their highest point.”
Now that he has committed to Auburn, Thompson says that his main focus is trying to recruit five-star safety [autotag]KJ Bolden[/autotag]. He will have a week to throw out his best pitch, as Bolden is set to commit this Saturday.
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